William Blake (1757–1827). The Poetical Works. 1908.
Selections from The Four Zoas[Accuser and Accused]
(Four Zoas, Night IX, ll. 264–70.)
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They magnify themselves no more against Jerusalem, nor
Against her little ones. The Innocent, accusèd before the judges,
Shines with immortal glory: trembling, the Judge springs from his throne,
Hiding his face in the dust beneath the prisoner’s feet, and saying:
‘Brother of Jesus, what have I done? Entreat thy Lord for me!
Perhaps I may be forgiven.’